Project Controls Professional I, II, III

Nuclear energy is one of the most complex and consequential industries in the world, and the professionals who keep major capital projects on schedule and on budget are at the heart of it. If you have a sharp analytical mind, deep experience in project controls, and a track record supporting large-scale industrial or energy projects, this is an opportunity to contribute to the future of nuclear power generation.

What This Role Offers
Location: Richland, WA – Columbia Generating Station
Type: Full-Time | Onsite | 12-Month Contract – High likelihood of extension based on performance/job needs
Schedule: 4 x 10s (Monday-Thursday)
Salary Range: Level I: 40-55/hr Level II: $60-75/hr| Level III: $80-$95/hr
Benefits: Healthcare – Medical, Dental, Vision; PTO; Some Paid Holidays; Unmatched 401(k)

Note: This is a single opening. Level and compensation will reflect the selected candidate’s qualifications and nuclear scheduling experience. U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities:

• Support schedule and cost development, analysis, and reporting for nuclear development projects

• Provide technical direction and challenge to project managers in developing project scope, detailed schedules, and cost estimates

• Monitor and report all project schedule, scope, and cost changes to project managers and New Nuclear management in a timely manner

• Perform detailed variance analysis, forecasting, contingency reconciliation, and project reporting

• Support budget-to-actual reporting, month-end and year-end closing processes, and overhead allocation analysis

• Utilize system-generated reporting tools including Primavera P6, Microsoft Power BI, and general ledger systems, as well as ad hoc complex budgetary analysis

• Apply knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) methodology to project monitoring and control activities

• Assist in the development and updating of budget policies, procedures, and desk manuals

• Interface with internal managers, supervisors, and external agencies on project controls matters

Qualifications:

Level I:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 2 years of project controls/project management experience in an industrial environment; OR AA degree with 6 years of experience; OR High School Diploma/GED with 8 years of experience

• Formal training in Primavera P6 or equivalent project management system required

Level II & III:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5 years of project controls/project management experience in an industrial environment; OR AA degree with 9 years of experience; OR High School Diploma/GED with 11 years of experience

• Formal training in Primavera P6 or equivalent project management system required

• Desired: EVM certification via PMI (PMP, PBA, SP, CAPM, or RMP)

• Desired: Experience supporting large-scale projects ($25M+) in power generation (nuclear, combined cycle, renewables), heavy industrial (refineries, water treatment, mining), or major data center/manufacturing facilities

• Desired: Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Asset Suite, Workday Adaptive Planning, and/or Workday

• Desired: Experience in process improvement and working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Thomas-Thor provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.